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Graziadaily
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
Chloe's It Girl Bag Is Back Again
It was a fashion girl's fever dream. Picture 2005: skinny jeans are clinging on for dear life, the Alexander McQueen skull scarf is already two years deep into iconic status, and the Chloé Paddington bag? It's everywhere. Tucked into the crooks of arms belonging to Hollywood It girls - Hilary Duff, Halle Berry, Kate Moss, Katy Perry. Age four, I had no idea what that clunky, padlocked bag meant, but I was about to find out. Designed by Phoebe Philo in 2004, the boho Paddington didn't need to beg for attention. Unlike the Balenciaga City bag, which took a minute to catch fire, this one exploded instantly. The first 8,000 units sold out before they even hit the shelves. It was peak 'if you know, you know', before that was even a thing. But like most era-defining accessories, the Paddington faded into fashion's archive. Until now. In March 2025, during Paris Fashion Week, Chloé's new creative director Chemena Kamali resurrected the Paddington for her Fall/Winter '25 runway. It's back in four updated colourways with a modernised silhouette and a new price point of €2,300 (£1,950) in Europe and \$2,750 (£2,130) in the US. For comparison? The original retailed for around \$1,400 (£1,085) in 2005. So yes, it's doubled in price but should that stop you? Not likely. The hype is real. According to Reddit, the new version is less heavy (a major complaint with the OG), and Depop has reported a 1,137% spike in searches for vintage Paddingtons since June. Because if there's one thing this generation loves, it's bringing something back-from low-rise jeans to point-and-shoot cameras, and of course, It-bags. Chloe Womenswear Fall/Winter 2025-2026 ©getty images The reissued Chloé Paddington will be available from September, but until then, you can join the waitlist or hit the secondhand market. You can find one on Depop, eBay, or Vestiaire - just be prepared to fight for it. 1. Chloé Paddington Bag Renee Washington , Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie.. Main image credit: @chloé
Telegraph
02-03-2025
- Telegraph
Paddington Bear statue stolen in creator's hometown
Vandals have stolen a beloved Paddington Bear statue from creator Michael Bond's hometown. The theft has sparked an outcry in Newbury, West Berkshire, after the sculpture on a public bench was taken overnight on Saturday. The statue was unveiled in the town centre in October ahead of the release of the film Paddington in Peru and quickly became a favourite attraction for children, with people queueing to have their photograph taken with it. A total of 23 statues of the marmalade-loving bear were originally installed across the country – from John O'Groats to Land's End – but Newbury was the only place allowed to keep one permanently. The painted statue depicted the bear wearing his signature red hat and blue duffle coat – while holding a marmalade sandwich in his paw. A Thames Valley Police spokesman said: 'The investigation is being managed by the local neighbourhood team who are currently out exploring CCTV opportunities. 'At this stage, it appears the theft has occurred overnight and we encourage any witnesses to the theft to come forward and contact the police or equally anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity.' Residents in the area have expressed outrage about the theft. Dennis Prout, from nearby Thatcham, said: 'It's a disgrace, isn't it? Whoever did it needs putting in the Army for five years.' His daughter Charlotte added: 'I think it's disgraceful that Paddington has been here for nearly six months and has been destroyed by people. I think the police should actually do something about it. 'Myself and my dad collect Paddingtons. My father worked as a gardener for Michael Bond when he lived in Bagnor and he was a very nice gentleman.' The statue had been paid for by the Newbury Business Improvement District group, which had hoped it would help attract tourists to the town.
